Military Chief of Staff: Armed Forces and Ministry of Foreign Affairs prepare contingency plans for middle east situation

Today (29 October 2026) at 10:59 AM at the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters, General Nattapong Prawkaew, Chief of Staff of the Royal Thai Armed Forces, addressed the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. He stated that the military has been coordinating with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to ensure the safety of Thai citizens. Comprehensive contingency plans have been established, including procedures for aerial evacuation, the relocation of individuals from high-risk zones, and the designation of assembly points—all in collaboration with the Royal Thai Embassy in Saudi Arabia.

When asked about the current assessment level of the situation, General Nattapong explained that while they are not using a formal color-coded (green, yellow, red) system, they remain fully prepared, vigilant, and ready to carry out any necessary operations.